WHE Crane Technician

About the role

Amentum is looking for a WHE/MHE Inspection/Certification Technician to support the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) on Andros Island, Bahamas. The role involves maintaining and inspecting weight handling and material handling equipment in a secure, remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, inspections, and load testing of weight handling equipment (WHE) and material handling equipment (MHE) according to NAVFAC P-307, NAVSEA OP-5, and NAVSEA Chapter 589 standards.
• Maintain inspection records, manage material deficiency reports, and ensure compliance with NAVFAC, NAVSEA, and NAVAIR requirements.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical inspections of Cat 1, Cat 3 (non‑cab overhead), and Cat 4 cranes, as well as various MHE and rigging equipment.
• Inspect and certify ordnance rigging gear per NAVSEA OP‑5 and assist with crane lift operations as needed.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government clearance.
• Certified Commercial overhead crane mechanic/electrical technician or military equivalent.
• Minimum two years of hands‑on experience repairing overhead cranes and related equipment.
• Valid passport, driver’s license without recent major violations, and ability to work in a remote location with limited medical facilities.

Required skills

• Overhead crane mechanical repair
• Electrical troubleshooting of crane systems
• Load testing of weight handling equipment
• Knowledge of NAVFAC P‑307 and NAVSEA OP‑5 inspection standards